quadrangles

plural of quadrangle
as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls) since the weather was sunny, the convocation was held outside in the college's quadrangle

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Recent Examples of quadrangles Each of those quadrangles of land can produce 7 million pounds of corn or 2 million pounds of soybeans in a summer. Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 26 July 2026 This spring, across the nation’s auditoriums and quadrangles, members of the class of 2026 took their seats to receive remarks from distinguished guests. Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 There, visitors come across soaring mosaics made from tiny golden tiles, murals of horses and sandy indoor quadrangles with palm trees sprouting up under vaulted ceilings. Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Noun
  • There are also community rooms, courtyards and terraces to promote socializing.
    ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Kurv officials told Plan Commission members that truck traffic will also be directed into interior courtyards and away from the nearby homes.
    Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Three primary suites have lake views and private patios with fireplaces, while a sauna and multiple fireplaces add to the retreat-like setup.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Keep bushes trimmed and minimize piles of leaves, lumber, rocks, and other debris, particularly around patios, play areas, and other places where your family spends time.
    Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Skollar’s long-term goal is to raise more money to build larger enclosures for the gibbons and construct an education center for visitors.
    Jaimie Ding, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Roads can become impassable, evacuation orders can change and homes or outdoor enclosures can be damaged, leaving pets vulnerable to injury or escape.
    Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Johnson completed 65% of his passes last season (215 for 331) for 2,597 yards, 18 touchdowns and four interceptions.
    John Devine, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • At their best, the offense was a sheer powerhouse—Dak Prescott threw for 4,552 yards and 30 touchdowns, ranking among the league's top passing leaders while feeding a dominant receiving corps.
    David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026

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“Quadrangles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quadrangles. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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